Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health • Hackensack, NJ

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians with patient care in a primary care physician practice. The role includes preparing patients for examinations, conducting routine screening tests, documenting patient information, supporting examinations and minor office surgery, and providing patient education. The Medical Assistant also performs phlebotomy and helps maintain supplies, equipment, and instrument sterilization. Duties may include triaging patient phone calls and reviewing prescriptions as directed by a physician, as well as other tasks that support the role’s essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent program.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and supportively with varying populations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of computerized processes and data-entry procedures.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• Ability to lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 5 pounds, and stand for at least 1 hour per day.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs.
• Record patient interviews, histories, and chief complaints.
• Provide patient education about office policies, medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets.
• Assist physicians with examinations and minor office surgery.
• Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and perform other first aid procedures.
• Use CPR skills when required.
• Maintain supplies and equipment, stock items, and sterilize instruments.
• Follow OSHA safety standards.
• Complete accurate, legal, and ethical documentation.
• Triage patient phone calls and review prescriptions with patients as directed by a physician, as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform other assigned duties and projects supportive of the essential functions of the job.
• Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED